A Life Dedicated to the Tactile: The Ceramic Journey of Joyce Michaud Joyce Michaud’s career is a testament to the enduring power of clay, a medium she has championed for over two decades as an artist, educator, and program builder. While biographical details remain somewhat private, her impact on the ceramics world—particularly through her work at Hood College—is undeniable. Michaud's story isn’t simply about creating objects; it’s about fostering a community of makers, nurturing individual artistic voices, and elevating the status of ceramic art as a legitimate and vital form of expressio…